How to Manage the Hazards of Being a Personal Chef [+ Free Risk Assessment Checklist!]
Last Updated 6/9/2025 Alex Hastings Every job has its risks, and being a personal chef is no exception. No one likes to think about the
July 29, 2019
Food Liability Insurance Program (FLIP) Blog
Tips, Updates, and Resources to Help You Keep Your Small Food Business Successful and Secure
Food Vendor Insurance Claims Process
Last Updated: July 29, 2024 If you have food vendor insurance, congratulations! You’ve taken a very important step towards protecting your business in case something
May 24, 2019
FLIP Highlights the Benefits of Insurance at National Restaurant Show
FOOD LIABILITY INSURANCE PROGRAM TO HIGHLIGHT THE BENEFITS OF INSURANCE AT THE NATIONAL RESTAURANT SHOW Pleasant Grove, UT (April 18, 2019)—The Food Liability Insurance Program
May 6, 2019
Don’t Get Burned: What You Need To Know Before You Buy Bakery Insurance
Your bakery is the bread and butter of your livelihood and we at FLIP understand this. Who better to provide insurance for your bakery business
May 1, 2019
Farmers Market Safety Tips for Food Vendors
As you get ready for your next farmers market, you should be aware of some of the risks you face on the job, and how
April 29, 2019
Everything You Need to Know About Commercial Kitchens
Last Updated: January 23, 2024 Starting a food business is hard work. One of the barriers that many new business owners face is finding a
April 3, 2019
4 Liquor Liability Claims Examples
Last Updated: 3/19/2025 It’s a warm summer night and you’re serving drinks at an elegant wedding reception. The night takes a turn for the worse
March 19, 2019
Don’t Get Caught in a Lawsuit! Implement These Food Safety Tips Before Your Next Catering Event
As a caterer, you have the opportunity to serve food at some amazing events, such as weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, and more. However, your
March 5, 2019
4 Catering Problems and Solutions
Last Updated: July 10, 2024 Operating a catering business can be extremely fulfilling and profitable. But, like any business, you face a number of risks
March 4, 2019
Expansion Is a Reality: How Restaurant Insurance Can Help Your Growing Business
Your dream of owning a successful food truck has become a reality. Finally, after a lot of hard work and gaining customers along the way,
December 12, 2018
Five Effective Marketing Strategies for Your Restaurant Business
According to the National Restaurant Association, annual sales across the restaurant industry is $799 billion and they’ve predicted that there will be 16.3 million jobs
November 19, 2018
Business Requirements for a Home-Based Bakery
Last Updated: 10/13/2023 You have your baking skills down to an art and you’re pumped to start a home baking business. The nice thing about
October 25, 2018
What Is Bartender Liability? Understanding When You Can Be Held Liable
Last Updated: 3/31/2025 Bartenders can be held liable for alcohol-related accidents caused by their patrons, including property damage, bodily injuries, and even death. Educating yourself
October 25, 2018
The Complete Farmers Market Vendor’s Checklist
Last Updated: February 26, 2025 by Alex Hastings You know that nagging feeling you get in the pit of your stomach when you just know
October 25, 2018
Monthly Bartender Insurance 101: Coverage, Costs, and Benefits
Last Updated: 4/9/2025 You’ve been hired as a private bartender for an event. You have the mixology down to a science, but you may have
January 14, 2018
FLIP Presents: Terry Williams of 2 Fish & 5 Loaves BBQ
On the quest to pursue your own food business, there are a myriad of factors that contribute to its success. These could range from branding,
December 19, 2017
How to Sell Alcohol: The Complete Guide for Food and Beverage Businesses
Last Updated: February 14, 2025 by Alex Hastings With higher profit margins than food and other beverages, many food vendors are drawn to expanding their
November 29, 2017
Why Foodborne Illness Insurance Coverage Is Essential
Last Updated: November 1, 2024 Did you know an estimated 48 million people contract a foodborne illness every year? Roughly 128,000 of those affected are
July 18, 2017
How Food Vendors & Hot Dog Carts Can Beat The Heat This Summer
Sweltering summer days can be a challenge for food vendors and hot dog cart owners. According to OSHA, thousands of workers in the United States
May 21, 2017
How to Organize a Food Truck Festival
Last Updated: July 8, 2024 Hosting a food truck event is no easy task, but the payoff can be huge. When you get to see
December 5, 2016
How to Add Additional Insureds to Your FLIP Policy
Last Updated: July 15, 2024 One of the benefits of having a Food Liability Insurance Program (FLIP) policy is the ability to add an unlimited
October 11, 2016
6 Lucrative Food Side Hustle Ideas
Last Updated: August 27, 2024 Over a third of Americans have a side hustle. More and more people are looking for ways to turn their
September 25, 2016
